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With zoning rules for legal cannabis now in effect Crisfield lifts six-month moratorium one month early
CRISFIELD — With no mayoral veto and no petition by the public to take it to referendum the zoning code amendments that regulate legal cannabis adopted by the City Council on Nov. 29 became … more
An example of Crisfield's facade improvement program, the transformation of the former J.P. Tawes & Bro. Hardware building near the City Dock to The Tawes Building, now home to the Somerset County Arts Council. Another round of facade grants is now starting after the state awarded $75,000 to the city.
$75,000 grant to Crisfield will continue façade improvement program
CRISFIELD — Following unanimous approval Jan. 17 by the Maryland Board of Public Works the City of Crisfield is receiving $75,000 to continue its façade improvement program. In this … more
Somerset County pending final vote to limit cannabis businesses to industrial zones
PRINCESS ANNE — The County Commissioners, following the advice of their Planning and Zoning Commission, are expected amend the zoning code so that licensed growers, processors and sellers of … more
Princess Anne's senior and veteran homeowners may be eligible for property tax reimbursement
PRINCESS ANNE — Town Commissioners have approved a $500 property tax reimbursement to benefit elderly and veteran homeowners. Seniors age 70 and older, or veterans age 65 and older with an … more
Some of the 2,000 pounds of blue catfish caught at the Sharptown Catfish Tournament in 2022. Such tournaments are becoming a popular way to target the species.
Maryland pursues action to control invasive catfish after Federal Fisheries Disaster declaration denied
ANNAPOLIS — Last month, the U.S. Department of Commerce notified Maryland Gov. Wes Moore that it has declined Maryland’s request for a federal commercial fisheries disaster declaration … more
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This single family home at 30 West Main Street in Crisfield could be a duplex without requiring city approval but the property owner wants three units. Planning commission review is currently tabled so more information about shared driveways can be obtained to see if it can meet parking requirements.
This old house requested to be triplex mulled by Crisfield board
CRISFIELD — A third unit in an empty house at 30 West Main Street may be one too many as the owner seeks to remodel it into a multi-family dwelling. Salone K. Walker of Middletown, Del., … more
Maryland Department of Natural Resources Secretary Josh Kurtz, center, joins Fishing and Boating Services staff to analyze oyster spat during the fall survey.
Chesapeake Bay 2023 Fall Oyster Survey records outstanding spatfall
ANNAPOLIS – The Maryland Department of Natural Resources’  Fall Oyster Survey  recorded a remarkable year for juvenile oysters in Maryland waters, finding both prolific numbers … more
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From left, Will Holland, Abi Wise and Savannah Hall are the three student representatives to the City Council and each has reported on projects they would like the city to get behind. These Crisfield High seniors were selected by their school administration and sworn-in as non-voting members in November.
Students bring Crisfield City Council ideas important to youth
CRISFIELD — Students advisors to the Mayor and City Council brought forward what’s important to the young people of Crisfield and their ideas received support from the elected leaders. … more
Flood waters approach a church on Smith Island on Sept. 28, 2023.
MyCoast app lets public document flooding
ANNAPOLIS – A rainstorm’s a-brewing and Maryland needs your help to document flooding. Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently launched the new MyCoast … more
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Residents in Flood Zones A & B (Red and Yellow) are being advised of the potential for flooding in their area and that the shelter at Washington High School opens 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 9 for those who need to relocate. There will also be bus transportation to the shelter at 5 p.m. at the fire stations in Crisfield, Marion, Fairmount, Deal Island and Mt. Vernon
Somerset County urges residents to be ready for flooding, shelter opens at WHS
PRINCESS ANNE — Residents of low-lying areas (Flood Zones A and B) in Somerset County can expect moderate to major flooding to occur during the high tide cycles on Tuesday, Jan. 9 (11 p.m.) and … more
Over 2,000 veterans may have received wrong information in Veterans Health Administration mailing
BALTIMORE — The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is sending letters to 2,380 Veterans notifying them of the potential disclosure of limited information that may have been sent to another VA … more
Survey coming to determine which Crisfield water lines are lead
CRISFIELD — If you don’t know whether or not the water pipes to your property are made of lead, you will before the end of this year. Facing a deadline 10 months away, a majority of … more
A Google Street View of the site of the former City Restaurant and Carey's Soda Fountain, now owned by Crisfield and purchased using American Rescue Plan funds.
City now owner of another piece of uptown Main Street
CRISFIELD — A vacant lot on the northeast corner of West Main and Fourth streets was purchased by the city in hopes that it could become part of a new economic development plan. Mayor … more
Upper Somerset's residential reassessment highest in the state
BALTIMORE — New year’s greetings from the state are in the mail for nearly 6,500 upper Somerset County property owners with 87.4% in “Group 3” finding their property is now … more
The parcel with the red dot is the first of three proposed for new affordable home on East Pear Street just outside Crisfield city limits. It is being built by Parkside High School CTE students. The other two lots, 238 and 855 are also proposed for new housing once the first one is sold.
Crisfield Housing Authority and partners moving forward on affordable housing
CRISFIELD — The first of what is anticipated to be three new houses on East Pear Street had its building permit fee waived to benefit a home ownership opportunity through the Crisfield Housing … more
Crisfield resumes free laptop giveaway to 200 eligible residents starting Dec. 20
CRISFIELD — Crisfield has been awarded a Connected Devices grant through the Office of Statewide Broadband, in partnership with the Somerset County Library. This program will distribute … more
Ducks stand on the edge of Annapolis, Maryland's City Dock, as water overflows onto the walkway. The City Dock resilience plan includes physical barriers along Ego Alley, which some environmentalists say could negatively impact wildlife.
Government shutdown could halt flood insurance, delaying home closings
Congress keeps hitting dead ends in attempts to extend a long-term plan for the federal program that provides flooding coverage for homeowners in the country. more
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The former Maurice D. Tawes Armory in Crisfield is due for another $250,000 in Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development grant funding to continue its restoration as a community venue.
Crisfield receiving $410,000 share of Housing and Community Development grants to the Eastern Shore
NEW CARROLLTON — Crisfield will be receiving $410,000  according to Gov. Wes Moore from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), with the largest earmark for … more
Crisfield to decide on company's offer to analyze energy, water systems
CRISFIELD — An energy consulting firm from Western Maryland that identifies ways to reduce energy costs and match clients with the most economical, renewable and sustainable energy … more
Worcester County Commissioners congratulate Sen. Mary Beth Carozza upon receiving this year’s MACo Legislative Recognition Award. Pictured with her from left are Worcester County Commissioner Diana Purnell (District 2), President Chip Berino (District 5) and Commissioners Eric Fiori (District 4). Sen. Carozza holds a framed view of Annapolis from the water.
Sen. Carozza receives Legislative Recognition Award during Maryland Association of Counties winter conference
CAMBRIDGE — The Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) presented Sen. Mary Beth Carozza (R-District 38) with a Legislative Recognition Award at the annual MACo Winter Conference Awards Banquet … more
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